Ketel One is a Dutch vodka producer based in Schiedam, Netherlands, operating from the Nolet Distillery. The brand represents the vodka arm of the Nolet family's distilling operations, which have been established in the Netherlands for multiple generations. The distillery produces premium vodka using traditional copper pot stills combined with modern column distillation techniques.

Ketel One vodka is crafted from European winter wheat and distilled in copper pot stills, which is less common in vodka production compared to the more typical column still method. This production approach, combined with the Dutch distilling tradition, creates a vodka with a distinctive smooth character and subtle grain notes. The Netherlands has a long-established tradition in distilled spirits, particularly gin, and this expertise translates into their vodka production methods.

The current range includes flavored expressions such as their citrus-infused varieties, which maintain the base vodka's clean profile while incorporating natural fruit essences. These flavored vodkas are designed to offer a balance between the neutral character expected of premium vodka and the added citrus elements.